Senseless Killing

July 17, 2004|Janet Hull Deerfield Beach

Here we go again, another senseless killing of an animal. I read this article with tears in my eyes and shaking my head wondering why this continues to happen, not only with exotic animals but with our own pets.

It seems that the easiest way to get rid of a problem is to kill the animal and it goes away. Wrong. These animals have a right to live, too. If I were the one who disposed of an animal in such a fashion, I would be arrested for animal cruelty.

Can you please tell me why on Earth this officer didn't wait for back-up armed with a tranquilizer gun before approaching this animal? And why wasn't the owner of Bobo called to assist in the capture? This cat was not only raised in captivity since he was a baby but he was also declawed. This was totally uncalled for.

My heart goes out to you, Mr. Sipek. Having someone take your best friend away in this fashion is indeed senseless and horrific.